Therapist/Addiction Counselor

Good Landing Recovery•Louisville, KY

30d

About The Position

Louisville Recovery Center is a collection of substance abuse treatment facilities that provide the full American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) continuum of care. Our facilities are fully state licensed, environments fueled by the passion to stop the devastation of addiction and mental health. We combine the best in psychiatric medicine, clinical interventions, and treatment modalities to create a patient-centered recovery plan. In addition, we provide an unprecedented faith-led approach to treatment. This differentiator makes Good Landing Recovery the gold standard in evidenced-based treatment integrated with Christian principles. It has also produced phenomenal growth and best-in-class clinical outcomes. Our motto is simple yet powerful - Your Comeback Story Starts Here! We are looking for a compassionate Therapist to work with clients, identifying health issues relate to drug and alcohol abuse. The Therapist should also be able to work with patients' families where necessary. To be successful as a Therapist, you should have excellent interpersonal skills and show empathy while remaining professional. A good Therapist identifies health issues relate to drug and alcohol abuse and recommends the best course of action for the individual's needs.

Requirements

License in the State of Kentucky as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT (preferred, but will accept CADC, LADC, or LCADC)
Masters Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or related field preferred if not licensed.
Experience in Healthcare / Behavioral Health is highly preferred
Comfortable working in a time-sensitive, confidential environment where there are continually changing priorities
Write and compose emails and letters that are grammatically correct
Must be very computer/software/internet savvy (Microsoft Office)
Comfortable in an environment where over-communication is needed
Exceptional communication and follow through skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work professionally
Ability to maintain a strict level of confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA laws regarding healthcare treatment
If in recovery, must have at least two (2) years clean time

Responsibilities

Must be able to enforce program rules and demand accountability
Interacts routinely with clients, observes behaviors and communicates significant observations to the supervisor.
Promotes interest in recreational activities
Engages with clients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals
Documents in client records timely, accurately, and appropriately
Applies de-escalation techniques to help manage client’s emotions, behavior and participation in treatment
Assists with unit cleaning, organization of new admits charts, discharge process, filing, etc. Initiates client/employee incident reports
Diagnose and treat behavior health of client dealing with substance abuse
Facilitate sessions with individuals, groups, and families
Create and support treatment plan based on client needs
Monitor client progress during treatment
Will be responsible for providing various ecclesiastical duties in support of the company's and owner's core beliefs to include but not limited to: providing prayer to clients, leading Christian Bible studies/devotionals and providing practical biblical guidance